Royal Agricultural Society of NSW

Join us on Saturday, 19 September, at the private Howie Pavilion and Lawn, located within Sydney Showground. This year’s festival promises to be bigger and better than ever!

General Admission Tickets

General Admission Tickets: $128.25

Price includes booking fees and taxes.

Your ticket to Grape, Grain & Graze includes:

Entry to the Grape, Grain & Graze Festival, including access to the outdoor beer garden
Unlimited tastings of Sydney Royal Gold and Silver medal-winning wines, beers, ciders and spirits from the 2026 Sydney Royal Wine, Distilled Spirits, Beer & Cider Shows
A premium tasting glass to take home
Meet the makers and purchase directly from participating wineries, breweries and distilleries, including exhibitors such as Brokenwood Wines
Cheese, charcuterie and grazing stations featuring Sydney Royal medal-winning produce from the Dairy, Fine Food and Cheese & Dairy Shows
Live music, entertainment and festival activities
Access to the expanded Sydney Royal Marketplace, where you can sample and purchase a range of award-winning food and beverage products from passionate producers

*In accordance with NSW RSA regulations.
Last drinks at 6:45 pm.

Members

RAS Member Tickets: $102.70

Price includes booking fees and taxes.

To access your discounted RAS Member price, click ‘Buy Tickets’ and look for ‘Access Key or Discount Code’. Enter your RAS Membership Number as the discount code to unlock the RAS Member ticket price.

Your RAS Member ticket to Grape, Grain & Graze includes:

Entry to the Grape, Grain & Graze Festival, including access to the outdoor beer garden
Unlimited tastings of Sydney Royal medal-winning wines, beers, ciders and spirits from the 2026 Sydney Royal Wine, Distilled Spirits, Beer & Cider Shows
A premium tasting glass to take home
5 x Trophy Wine Tasting Tokens — enjoy exclusive tastings of Sydney Royal Trophy-winning wines
Meet the makers and purchase directly from participating wineries, breweries and distilleries, including exhibitors such as Brokenwood Wines
Cheese, charcuterie and grazing stations featuring Sydney Royal medal-winning produce from the Dairy, Fine Food and Cheese & Dairy Shows
Live music, entertainment and festival activities
Access to the expanded Sydney Royal Marketplace, where you can sample and purchase a range of award-winning food and beverage products from passionate producers

*In accordance with NSW RSA regulations.
Last drinks at 6:45 pm.

Conditions of Entry

The Royal Agricultural Society of NSW (RAS NSW) reserves the right to check bags at security checkpoints prior to entry if deemed appropriate. By entering the event, you agree and consent to filming and photography by RAS NSW approved personnel. This content may later be used commercially for advertising, marketing, or promotional purposes.

While alcohol is available for your enjoyment at the event, be aware of your limits and consume responsibly. We have a strict 'no tolerance' policy for bad behavior. Please don't drink and drive. The Howie Pavilion, within Sydney Olympic Park is local to ample public transport and is accessible to taxi services. Last pours will be 15 minutes prior to the end of the session to comply with licensing requirements.

This is an 18+ only event. A valid form of ID may be asked for upon entry.

This event is conducted in accordance with the Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) regulations. All food and beverage staff are RSA certified, and RASNSW promotes the responsible and safe consumption of alcohol at all times.

Patrons at Grape, Grain and Graze sit and gather at outdoor picnic tables under string lights

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A group of people smiling and toasting their glasses at a table at the Grape Grain and Graze Festival.

A waiter in a dusty pink shirt serving cannoli to a smiling man in a black jacket and glasses at the Grape Grain and Graze Festival.

Elevate your Grape, Grain & Graze experience with our exclusive add-ons and immersive masterclasses.

Spaces are limited, so secure your favourites early to avoid missing out!

All prices are in Australian dollars and include booking fees and taxes.

Premium Food Add-Ons

Premium Food Add-Ons: From $10.72

Complete your GGG experience with our range of premium food add-ons, thoughtfully curated to complement your tasting. Whether you're looking for the perfect seafood pairing, a refined savoury selection, or a sweet treat to finish your visit, these optional extras are available to pre-order when booking.

½ Dozen Sydney Rock Oysters

½ Dozen Sydney Rock Oysters: $18.89

$18.00 + $0.89 fees, including taxes.

Enhance your tasting experience with half a dozen fresh Sydney Rock Oysters, supplied by GetFish. Renowned for their clean, briny flavour and delicate finish, these premium oysters are the perfect accompaniment to a tasting of sparkling wine, crisp white wine, or your new favourite craft beer.

Includes:

6 fresh Sydney Rock Oysters supplied by GetFish

Sweet Box

Sweet Box: $10.72

$10.00 + $0.72 fees, including taxes.

Finish your GGG experience on a sweet note with our handcrafted Sweet Box. Featuring a trio of authentic Italian mini cannoli, each filled with a different classic flavour, this indulgent selection is the perfect dessert to enjoy alongside your final tasting.

Includes 3 Mini Cannoli:

Mini Ricotta Cannoli
Mini Vanilla Cannoli
Mini Chocolate Cannoli

Savoury Box

Savoury Box: $31.16

$30.00 + $1.16 fees, including taxes.

Designed for sharing, our premium Savoury Box showcases a selection of handcrafted seafood canapés featuring fresh Australian produce and vibrant seasonal flavours. Perfect for elevating your tasting experience, this sophisticated selection pairs beautifully with our wines, spirits, and beers.

Includes 6 Handcrafted Canapés:

Ocean Trout Carpaccio with preserved lemon, tarragon, baby capers, and Rio Vista olive oil in a shortcrust tart
Chargrilled Western Australian Octopus with pomegranate and pine nut salsa
Smoked Eel with gherkin and horseradish cream in a buckwheat tart

Gold Standard Wine Masterclass

Gold Standard Wine Masterclass: $31.16 per person

$30.00 + $1.16 fees, including taxes.

Session times:

2:30 pm–3:15 pm
3:45 pm–4:30 pm
5:00 pm–5:45 pm

Discover the art of pairing exceptional wine and cheese in this immersive guided tasting experience celebrating Sydney Royal’s medal-winning producers. Sip your way through a curated selection of award-winning wines matched with premium cheeses, while industry experts reveal the stories, craftsmanship and passion behind each creation.

Whether you’re a wine enthusiast, a food lover or simply curious to explore Australia’s finest flavours, this intimate masterclass is the perfect way to elevate your Grape, Grain & Graze experience.

Spirit of Gold Masterclasses

Spirit of Gold Masterclasses: $31.16 per person, per masterclass

$30.00 + $1.16 fees, including taxes.

Masterclasses and session times:

Gin: 3:00 pm–3:45 pm
Vodka: 4:15 pm–5:00 pm
Whisky: 5:30 pm–6:15 pm

Join Steven Payne, General Manager of Maybe Consulting, for one of three immersive spirit masterclasses, each dedicated to a different category: Whisky, Vodka or Gin.

Discover the craft behind Australia's finest spirits as you explore a curated tasting of Sydney Royal medal-winning expressions. Guided by one of the industry's leading spirits and hospitality experts, you'll uncover the unique ingredients, distillation techniques and flavour profiles that define each category.

Taste award-winning spirits, gain insights into balancing exceptional cocktails, and enjoy a hands-on garnish demonstration with recipes to recreate at home. Whether you're a whisky enthusiast, gin lover, vodka fan or simply curious to expand your palate, these engaging masterclasses offer the perfect opportunity to deepen your appreciation of premium Australian spirits as part of your Grape, Grain & Graze experience.

Spirit of Gold masterclass

From Grain to Gold Beer Masterclass

From Grain to Gold Beer Masterclass: $15.83 per person

$15.00 + $0.83 fees, including taxes.

Session times:

3:30 pm–4:00 pm
4:30 pm–5:00 pm
5:30 pm–6:00 pm

Discover the craft behind Australia’s award-winning beers in this immersive guided tasting experience celebrating Sydney Royal’s medal-winning brewers. Explore the journey from grain to glass as expert brewers and industry insiders reveal the techniques, ingredients and passion behind exceptional beer.

Taste a curated selection of medal-winning brews, hear the stories behind the makers, and uncover the craftsmanship and innovation that define Australia’s brewing scene. Perfect for beer enthusiasts, curious sippers and anyone looking to deepen their appreciation for the art of brewing, this masterclass is a must-have addition to your Grape, Grain & Graze experience.

5 Trophy Wine Tasting Tokens

5 Trophy Wine Tasting Tokens: $15.83

$15.00 + $0.83 fees, including taxes.

Take your Grape, Grain & Graze experience to the next level with exclusive access to Sydney Royal Trophy-winning wines.

Awarded only to the highest-scoring Gold Medal winners, Sydney Royal Trophy wines represent the pinnacle of quality and craftsmanship. These exceptional wines are not available as part of general tastings and can only be sampled with Trophy Wine Tasting Tokens.

Add 5 Trophy Wine Tasting Tokens to your ticket and enjoy a curated selection of some of the most outstanding wines from the 2026 Sydney Royal Wine Show.

Live Music

No great day of grazing and tasting is complete without great live music. We're thrilled to be bringing live entertainment back to Grape, Grain & Graze, with talented performers set to provide the soundtrack for the afternoon.

Expect an engaging live show, plenty of atmosphere, and the perfect accompaniment to an afternoon spent exploring the region's finest food, wine, beer and spirits.

Lynsey Mackay

GGG favourite Lynsey Mackay returns in 2026, bringing her signature blend of soulful vocals, piano-led sets, and genre-spanning versatility.

Her career began in Scotland at just 14, performing in a folk group before training at the Royal Scottish Academy of Music & Drama. She went on to tour internationally as a singer, dancer, and cabaret artist before settling in Sydney and becoming a mainstay of the live music scene.

Lynsey is an accomplished pianist and vocalist, performing across a wide range of genres at venues and events around Australia. Her Sydney credits include the Australian Fleetwood Mac Experience, Sugar Bowl Hokum, and Gypsy & the Wildflowers. She also co-runs Kaleidoscope Productions and has written and produced work for the Sydney Fringe Festival.

Lynsey Mackay performing live

Gypsy & the Wildflowers

Gypsy & the Wildflowers are a Sydney-based country-inspired band formed through a shared love of roots music and storytelling. Making their Grape & Grain Festival debut, they’ll be closing out the night with a high-energy set built for a festival finale.

The group brings together experienced musicians from across Sydney’s live scene, delivering a rich, full-band sound and an easygoing, engaging stage presence.

The band features Lynsey Mackay (keys & lead vocals), Hugh Wilson (lead guitar & vocals), Tim Beau Bennett (slide & dobro guitars), Mick Hogan (drums), and Neville L’Green (bass guitar).

Expect rich harmonies, skilled musicianship, and a big, feel-good finish to GGG 2026.

A bottle of clear distilled spirits poured into a sampling glass with five different glasses filled with alcohol at the Grape Grain and Graze Festival.

A man in a white shirt pours dry gin into a jigger during a masterclass at the Grape, Grain and Graze Festival.

The 2026 Grape, Grain & Graze Festival features more food experiences than ever before.

Yes, you can savour wine tastings to your heart’s content. Yes, you can delight in beer and cider tastings throughout the event. And yes, there is a wide array of exceptional foods presented on cheese and charcuterie grazing boards, featuring both Sydney Royal award-winning and carefully selected artisan producers.

After something hot to eat? We're thrilled to welcome back festival favourites Antico Woodfired Pizza. Serving authentic, handcrafted pizza straight from a traditional woodfired oven, Antico brings rustic Italian flavour to the heart of the event.

Bianco Kitchen also returns with their award-winning pasta, celebrating traditional Italian cooking with recipes inspired by generations of family heritage and approved by Nonna Bianco herself.

We're also excited to be introducing additional food offerings for 2026, with more delicious vendors to be announced as the festival approaches.

Woodfire pizza topped with ham, pineapple, and cheese, served on a silver plate at Grape, Grain and Graze Festival.

An assortment of cheeses, crackers, olives, nuts, and cured meat, paired with rosemary garnish and silver cutlery.

Great drinks deserve a great plan. If you're planning to enjoy the beers, wines and spirits on offer, we recommend organising your transport before you arrive. Catch public transport, book a rideshare, jump in a taxi or nominate a designated driver so you can relax and enjoy the festival.

Public Transport

Getting to Sydney Showground is easy, with plenty of public transport options available.

By Train

Olympic Park Station is just a short walk from Sydney Showground. Regular train services operate via Lidcombe, with additional direct services running for selected major events.

By Bus

Regular bus services run to Sydney Olympic Park from a range of locations, including Lidcombe, Strathfield and Parramatta.

By Ferry

Catch a ferry to Sydney Olympic Park Wharf, then jump on the connecting bus to Sydney Showground.

For the latest timetables and to plan your trip, visit Transport for NSW.

Parking

Driving in? Sydney Olympic Park is easily accessible via the M4 Motorway, Victoria Road and Parramatta Road.

There are more than 10,000 parking spaces across the precinct, with P1, P5 and P6 the closest to Sydney Showground. Casual parking is $7 per hour, capped at $35 per day.

We recommend pre-booking your parking to make your arrival even smoother. Pre-booked parking is $35 per vehicle and includes one entry and one exit.

If you do choose to drive, please don't drink and drive. Leave the tasting to the festival and the driving to a designated driver, or choose public transport, a taxi or rideshare to get home safely.

For the latest parking information or to pre-book your spot, visit Sydney Olympic Park.

How do I make my way around the room?

The room is split into red and white wine tasting areas, with wines grouped by varietal. Beer and cider can be found at the bar within the dedicated beer garden.

Where are the Trophy Wines?

Trophy wines will be highlighted within the general wine bays, making them available for you to taste as you move across the room. You will need to use your tokens to try these very special wines.

What did a wine score?

The Results Catalogue will be available at the conclusion of the 2025 Sydney Royal Wine Show and can be downloaded from the Wine Show Results page. Results are listed by class order, with the score and any medal the wine has won noted.

Why is there a maximum pour size?

There are many wines available to taste at the event, and we want to ensure our guests have the opportunity to experience a variety of them.

Why has some of the wine run out?

Unfortunately, we don't have enough wine for everyone to taste everything, and some wines may be more popular with guests than others.

I'm hungry!

A wide range of medal-winning produce will be showcased on the grazing tables for all attendees to enjoy, and hot food will also be available for purchase at the event.

Why can't I take my bag in to the event?

For the safety and comfort of all guests, a cloakroom is available where large bags can be held on your behalf.